Cocktail
Old Cuban
How to make an Old Cuban - the elegant Mojito-champagne hybrid by Audrey Saunders with aged rum, lime, mint and sparkling wine. Zesty and refined.
5 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Old Cuban is a refined cross between a Mojito and a French 75: aged rum, fresh mint and lime, crowned with sparkling wine. With it, Audrey Saunders created a modern classic that perfectly unites elegance and freshness.
Instructions
- Add rum, lime juice, simple syrup, mint and Angostura to the shaker.
- Fill with ice cubes and shake hard.
- Double-strain into a chilled coupe.
- Top up with well-chilled sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a mint sprig.
Garnish: Mint sprig
Pro tip: Only shake the mint gently in the shaker, do not crush it - this keeps it aromatic without turning bitter.
Frequently asked questions
Who invented the Old Cuban?
The drink comes from the well-known New York bartender Audrey Saunders in the early 2000s.
What sets the Old Cuban apart from the Mojito?
The Old Cuban uses aged rum instead of white rum and is topped up with sparkling wine instead of soda - that makes it more elegant.
Can I replace champagne with prosecco?
Yes, a dry prosecco or sparkling wine works just as well as champagne.
Ingredients
- Aged rum (Anejo)4.5 cl
- Lime juice2 cl
- Simple syrup2 cl
- Mint6 leaves
- Dry sparkling wine or champagne6 cl
- Angostura bitters2 dashes
